Dunav (Ruse)'s 3:2 (25:19, 20:25, 25:18, 22:25, 15:12) victory over CSKA in the fifth round of WINBET Super Volley was overshadowed by an off-court conflict. The organized supporters from ULTRA DUNAV announced they were leaving their sector in Dunav Hall for an indefinite period, and the volleyball players reacted with categorical support for them. According to spectators in the hall, the reason for the boycott was an order to remove the Dunav flag, which was covering an advertising banner near the court.
In an emotional statement, the fans recalled that they had been with the team over the years, including during the most difficult moments when the Ruse team fought to stay in the elite.
"Today, it seems you no longer need us, because no one stood behind us and our honor and dignity when we needed you the most!" wrote ULTRAS DUNAV.
The supporters announced that their sector would remain empty until the problem was resolved.

The volleyball players' response was not long in coming.

Simeon Dobrev addressed the organized fans directly, emphasizing that the players did not understand what had happened during the match.
"On behalf of the entire team, I tell you that we value and respect you very much, you are our SEVENTH PLAYER!" wrote Dobrev.
He also revealed an interesting detail from the dramatic match with CSKA. Only when changing sides in the tie-break did he notice that the organized fan group was no longer in its usual place.
"We won, the match ended, but you weren't there to sing and celebrate together, which made all of us very sad!" shared the volleyball player.
According to him, the players learned the details of what happened hours after the end of the match.
The most categorical part of his message is related to the reason for the tension.
"Believe me - no advertisement is more important than YOU! It's even crazy for anyone to even think so!"
Dobrev clarifies that what happened is outside the competence of the volleyball players, and concludes with an appeal:
"We want you back in the hall! Every match, as before! We need you and always will!"
Under the post, other team players also expressed support for the fans. Their message was the same: "ALL OF US FROM THE TEAM ARE WITH YOU!!!"
A Ruse fan also joined the discussion, raising the question of what is more important for volleyball - full halls, organized fan groups and atmosphere, or the visibility of advertisements.
It is the comments about the advertisements that suggest the possible reason for the conflict. However, there is still not enough information about exactly what happened in the hall, who made the relevant decision, and whether the club's management is involved.
Thus, after one of Dunav's most emotional victories since the start of the season, attention turned to the events in the stands.
The volleyball players have already stated their position - they want the supporters back. It remains to be seen how the conflict will be resolved so that the ULTRAS DUNAV sector can once again be filled with people.